US3918188A
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Laminating pouch and integrated carrier
Assignee: Transilwrap Co Inc
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Filing: 1974-03-14
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Granted: 1975-11-11
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Expires: 1994-03-14
Abstract
Abstract A method, pouch and integrated carrier for use in uniting a protective film with a data card or like core insert of predetermined size and configuration, wherein two protective films joined at one edge to form a pouch have two carrier sheets affixed to that edge of the pouch which cover the exterior of the pouch. Additionally, the two joined protective sheets are precision cut to form a center panel surrounded by a rim and connected to the rim by frangible bridges, the center panels being in precise registry with each other.
Inventors
- 👤 Herbert M Drower
- 👤 Robin Korinek
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 07:36
CPC Classifications
G; G09; G09F; G09F3/00; G09F3/02; G09F3/0288; G09F3/02883
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
101 words
A laminating pouch for use in uniting a protective film with a data card or like core insert of predetermined size and configuration, comprising: two sheets of protective film material, each substantially larger than the core insert to be protected, joined together along one edge to form a pouch, the two protective film sheets each being precision cut to form a center panel surrounded by a rim and connected to the rim by a plurality of frangible bridges, the two center panels being in accurate registry with each other and each corresponding precisely in size and configuration to the core insert.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
101 words
A laminating pouch for use in uniting a protective film with a data card or like core insert of predetermined size and configuration, comprising: two sheets of protective film material, each substantially larger than the core insert to be protected, joined together along one edge to form a pouch, the two protective film sheets each being precision cut to form a center panel surrounded by a rim and connected to the rim by a plurality of frangible bridges, the two center panels being in accurate registry with each other and each corresponding precisely in size and configuration to the core insert.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
25 words
A laminating pouch as in claim 1, wherein said protective film material includes a thermoplastic inner surface which is heat sealable to the core insert.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
44 words
A laminating pouch as in claim 2, wherein said protective film material Comprises a laminate of an outer layer of a tough protective material forming the exterior of the pouch and a layer of heat sealable thermoplastic material facing the interior of the pouch.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
24 words
A laminating pouch as in claim 1 wherein each frangible bridge is located approximately at the middle of one edge of the core insert.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
31 words
A laminating pouch as in claim 4, for use with a rectangular core insert, including four frangible bridges each located approximately at the middle of one edge of the core insert.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
29 words
A laminating pouch as in claim 1, including two thin paper carrier sheets, affixed to said one edge of the pouch and completely covering the exterior of the pouch.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
23 words
A laminating pouch as in claim 6, wherein each frangible bridge is located at the middle of one edge of the core insert.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
30 words
A laminating pouch as in claim 7, for use with a rectangular core insert, including four frangible bridges each located approximately at middle of one edge of the core insert.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1978-11-10 | 1979-05-12 | 1979-11-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-11-10 | 1983-05-12 | 1983-11-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-11-10 | 1987-05-12 | 1987-11-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |